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2 Corinthians 8:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I'm so grateful to God for putting that same genuine care for you all right into Titus's heart.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God plants care for others directly in people's hearts, that's how real community happens.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his second letter to the Corinthian church amid ongoing challenges, including financial support for the impoverished believers in Jerusalem during a time of famine and persecution. Titus, a trusted coworker of Paul, was being praised for his sincere concern and was likely traveling to Corinth to help organize this relief collection and encourage the believers. Paul attributes Titus's earnest care directly to God's work in his heart, emphasizing divine motivation in acts of service.

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